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Trunk-based development

The Pragmatic Embedded Podcast · 19 Feb 2025 · 50m

What this episode covers

Hosts Jeff Gable and Luca Kijewski discuss trunk-based development, a software practice where code is merged into the main branch daily, contrasting it with traditional branching models like GitFlow. They explain how this approach acts as a forcing function for better engineering practices, such as automated testing and the use of feature flags, to manage incomplete code. The hosts argue that while it exposes integration issues early, it ultimately reduces risk and improves team collaboration, citing research from the book 'Accelerate' that links this practice to high-performing teams.

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early-stage companies

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GitFlow, The nvie branching model, Accelerate, Minimum CD

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